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Magnolia liliiflora

Also Known As

Magnolia liliflora
Magnolia quiquepeta
Lily Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 8'-12'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Magnolia liliiflora plant details

Magnolia liliiflora is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring purple and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia liliiflora

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring
Uses: showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia liliiflora

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A nice magnolia with more shrubby rather than tree-like growth habit, reaching maybe 12 to 15 feet high. Flowers are three to four inches, and in various shades of pink and purple. These are seedlings from the variety 'Nigra' which has exceptionally dark flowers, so these should be on the darker side. One of the best things about this species is its tendency to bloom late enough to avoid getting zapped by spring frosts the way so many other magnolias usually are. Zone 5

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Fairly large, shiny, dark green leaves. 8-12 feet tall and about as wide. Lovely purple flowers in late April and early May. Our re-bloom sporadically over the summer. Zones 5-8

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Broad-spreading in habit, this deciduous shrub will slowly grow to 8-12' in both height and width. It has an open branch structure, and flowers are borne in early May on bare wood. Six petals, white to red-purple on the exterior and white interior, form a blossom 3-4" wide. Blooms at 4-5 years. Place in a sunny but sheltered location in slightly acid, moisture retentive soil. Some pruning may be required for shaping. Native to China.